I tried these shoes that can only exist thanks to 3D printing
Shoe maker Syntilay has unveiled its new PulsePodz shoes, which it claims couldn’t have been made without 3D printing and AI. These recovery slides feature nine individual pods on the base, designed with a lattice structure and different densities that create a cushion to target support where the foot needs it most. Syntilay says this […]
This chip can make future phones thinner and faster through tiny ‘earthquakes’
A chip that produces microscopic “earthquakes” could change smartphone design, allowing manufacturers to shrink internal components while boosting signal handling and data speeds using surface acoustic wave technology.
Scientists are teaching OLED screens how to shine smarter
A new near-planar OLED light extraction method could deliver brighter, more efficient displays for smartphones, TVs, and future flexible devices.
Anthropic’s Cowork turns Claude into your hands-on digital teammate
Anthropic's latest tool lets Claude access local files to handle mundane tasks on your behalf.
Anthropic’s Claude will soon help you make sense of your Apple Watch health data
Anthropic's new Claude for Healthcare will help you understand health and fitness metrics from wearables like the Apple Watch.
Chinese researchers develop high-voltage sodium–sulfur battery that could challenge lithium batteries
A team of researchers in China has just pulled the curtain back on a new sodium-sulfur battery design that could fundamentally change the math on energy storage. By leaning into the very chemistry that has historically made sulfur a headache for engineers, they have managed to build a cell that is incredibly cheap to make […]
This artificial skin could give ‘human-like’ sensitivity to robots
A new artificial skin unveiled at CES 2026 could give robots human-like sensitivity, helping machines better understand pressure and texture to handle objects, adapt their grip, and interact with people and environments more naturally.
New tech promises to make colorful solar cells to jazz up your house
Scientists have developed flexible, color-changing solar cells that can be printed on windows and façades, blending clean energy with modern design.
Pro-grade CNC, kitchen-table ready: Meet the Makera Z1 at CES 2026
In the world of digital fabrication, desktop CNC machines often fall into two frustrating camps: affordable but underpowered, or powerful but prohibitively complex. The Makera Z1 flips the script and carves out a new category of its own. A smart CNC that doesn’t dumb things down Makera will exhibit at Booth No. 54363, located in Halls A–D, […]
Digital Trends’ Top Tech of CES 2026 awards: our favorite picks from the show floor
These are the 22 best products we saw at CES 2026.
ChatGPT Health wants to be your medical AI assistant, but don’t expect a diagnosis
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a new experience designed to handle medical and wellness questions with stricter safeguards and curated sources.
Snapping 8K drone footage just got easier thanks to Potensic’s new upgrade at CES 2026
The Potensic Atom 2 PTD-1 controller, showcased at CES 2026, lets you use a drone without needing to use your smartphone.
Dreame’s CES 2026 lineup: this year’s standout innovations
From robot vacs and smart pool cleaners, to hair care and air purification, Dreame has you covered.
Digital Trends CES 2026 Publisher Awards
Here are 12 products from CES 2026 which need to be seen including home vacuums, pool cleaners and AI companions.
LG’s new robot Cloid isn’t what you think
I’ve just come out of a LG’s CES 2026 press conference – dubbed a ‘World Premiere’, giving the sense of something new and exciting about to appear (although it transpired all of what was spoken about had already been press released). But it was clear what the focal point of the event was: Cloid (or […]
SwitchBot’s new robot could take household chores off your plate
SwitchBot's onero H1 is a humanoid robot designed to help you with household chores.
You may never have to recharge a smart lock ever again
Lockin’s V7 Max smart lock uses wireless optical charging and triple biometric security to eliminate batteries entirely, promising reliable, maintenance-free home security.
Samsung concepts put an OLED screen on a classroom robot and retro music gear
At CES 2026, Samsung is showcasing a whole bunch of concept devices with an OLED screen. One of them is classroom robot, while the other one sits on your face.
This camera breakthrough could soon help you take photos where everything is in focus
Researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University have developed a new type of lens that can keep all parts of a scene in focus.
This new technique can generate AI videos in just a few seconds
A new AI technique promises to generate videos in just seconds, dramatically speeding up a process that has traditionally taken minutes or even hours with existing video generation models.
The 3D-printed shoe company that wants to follow Apple’s lead
Can influencers be the key to making 3D printed shoes a success?
Are you buying a drone soon? Here’s how the FCC’s move affects you
A new FCC ruling bans approvals for future DJI drones, citing security risks, but current devices remain usable.
ChatGPT’s year-end recap offers a snapshot of how you used it in 2025
ChatGPT is rolling out a year-end recap feature that shows how you used the chatbot in 2025.
ChatGPT now lets you dial up the warmth or tone down the enthusiasm in its responses
OpenAI is rolling out new personality settings that let you fine-tune ChatGPT's responses for warmth, enthusiasm, and more.
Gemini can now help you spot AI-generated videos
Google is expanding Gemini's AI content detection capabilities to include video content.
ChatGPT now lets you discover songs and create playlists in Apple Music
OpenAI introduced apps in ChatGPT earlier this year as a way to help users interact with third-party services without leaving the chat window. The feature launched with support for a handful of apps but has steadily expanded to include options like Peloton and Tripadvisor. Now, Apple Music has joined the lineup. 9to5Mac reports that, much […]
Kyrgyzstan launches gold-backed stablecoin to modernize cross-border payments
Kyrgyzstan is making a bold play for the digital future and they’ve not gone halfway doing it. With the launch of USDKG, a $50 million gold-backed stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, the Central Asian nation is signaling that it’s ready to become a serious contender in global commerce. A hybrid approach to stability So, […]
ChatGPT’s adult mode is coming, but you’ll have to wait until next year to try it
ChatGPT's highly anticipated adult mode is expected to roll out in Q1 2026 as OpenAI tests its age-verification system.
AI toys are getting scary – but this small red box promises a fix
Trending Fowrard: Stickerbox uses it's own 'safe' AI to give kids creative control - and the founders promise multiple guardrails to protect children.
Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer drops to $199.99 in new deal
The Bambu Lab A1 mini 3D printer is on sale for $199.99, $50 off the usual $249.99 price, offering a compact, beginner friendly 3D printing option that fits easily on a desk or in a small workspace.
ChatGPT gets major update (GPT-5.2) as OpenAI battles Google in AI arms race
OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.2, a more capable AI model focused on professional workflows, longer context, better reasoning, and more reliable outputs.
Google’s new Disco browser shows how AI could transform the way you get things done online
Google's Disco is a new AI browser that uses GenTabs to turn open tabs and chat history into interactive web apps, helping you complete tasks efficiently.
Google turns Chrome into a native AI browser with Gemini-powered tools
Google's latest Chrome update is its most ambitious ever, infusing the desktop browser with advanced AI tools powered by Gemini, including contextual answers, summaries, and enhanced security.
OpenAI launches its first certification courses to upskill workers and educators
OpenAI has launched its first certification courses, offering structured AI training for workers and educators through the OpenAI Academy and Coursera.
CES 2026 is almost here, as a veteran of the show here’s what you need to know
From new TVs, auto tech, and computing announcements, to AI, drones and robots, the world's biggest consumer technology show has it all.
Google’s AI mood board can now turn your idea dump into a slick presentation
Google has released a massive update for its AI-powered mood board app, Mixboard, which includes a new feature that can turn your idea dump into a crisp presentation.
Google’s virtual try-on app now helps you discover and shop outfits tailored to you
Doppl, Google's AI-powered virtual try-on app, now has a shoppable discovery feed that offers outfit recommendations with direct links to merchants.
Save on the SenseRobot Chess — the AI chess master everyone wants
This post is brought to you in paid partnership with SenseRobot The holidays are almost upon us, and one deal is standing out for tech enthusiasts, chess lovers, and shoppers. The SenseRobot Chess, the world’s first mass-produced AI chess robot arm designed for home use, is now available at its Christmas holiday special price of […]